HALE FAMILY MCDONALD'S Fails Health Inspection - Chicago Restaurant

PERSON IN CHARGE PRESENT, DEMONSTRATES KNOWLEDGE, AND PERFORMS DUTIES - Comments: Inspector Comments: PIC DOESN'T HAVE A CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE AND MAINTAIN.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)

Without knowledgeable supervision, critical food safety practices may be overlooked, significantly increasing risk of foodborne illness outbreaks affecting multiple customers.

The person in charge must be present during all hours of operation, hold valid certification, and demonstrate food safety knowledge.

Person in charge must: Be present during all operating hours; Hold valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate; Demonstrate knowledge of foodborne disease prevention, HACCP principles, and Code requirements; Ensure employee compliance with food safety practices.

CITY OF CHICAGO FOOD SERVICE SANITATION CERTIFICATE - Comments: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED NO VALID CERTIFIED FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.MUST PROVIDE A VALID FOOD MANAGERS CERTIFICATE.(PRIORITY FOUNDATION 7-38-012)(CITATION ISSUED)

Lack of certification indicates potential gaps in food safety knowledge, increasing risk of improper food handling and foodborne illness.

Valid City of Chicago Food Service Sanitation Certificate required and must be posted.

Certificate must be: Current and valid; Posted conspicuously in public view; Held by person in charge during all operating hours; Renewed before expiration date.

ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE - Comments: STILL NEEDS TO PROVIDE SOAP AND TOWELS AT REAR DISH WASHING HAND SINK.

Blocked or unsupplied sinks force employees to skip handwashing, spreading fecal bacteria and viruses to food.

Handwashing sinks must be accessible, properly supplied, and used only for handwashing.

Each sink needs: Warm water (100°F minimum); Soap in dispensers; Paper towels or air dryers; Waste receptacles; Signage; Clear access; Used only for handwashing.

INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT - Comments: STILL OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF AN INFESTATION OF APPX. 100 OR MORE MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN VARIOUS AREAS SUCH AS AT FRONT SERVICE COUNTER ALONG WALL CONDUITS,INSIDE AND ON ELECTRICAL BOXES,ON SIDES OF REGISTER,INSIDE OF FRENCH FRY FRYERS.BREAK ROOM- INSIDE A PAIR OF PINK CROKS IN A BOX.DRY STORAGE AREA-ON SHELVING UNITS OF SLIDING STORAGE RACK.DINING AREA-ON LEDGE OF SEAT. DRIVE THRU- FRONT AREA-SHELVING UNITS,UNDER REGISTER.ALSO OBSERVED A HARBORAGE /NESTING AREA INSIDE OF FRENCH FRY CABINETS WHERE INSULATION APPEARS TO BE GNAWED ON AND MICE DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN SAME AREA.MUST REMOVE DROPPINGS,CLEAN AND SANITIZE AREAS. MUST HAVE A PEST CONTROL OPERATOR TO SERVICE PREMISES ON OR AFTER 2/23/23.(PRIORITY 7-38-020(A)(CITATION ISSUED

Pests spread numerous diseases through contamination.

No pests or animals allowed in facility.

No evidence of pests; No live animals except service animals; Effective pest control program.

NON-FOOD/FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE AND FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR OF ALL COOLERS,GRILLS,USED AND UNUSED EQUIPMENT,COUNTER TOPS,PIPES AND WIRES OF ALL COOKING EQUIPMENT,ICE CREAM MACHINE,PREP SURFACES

Accumulated soil attracts pests and harbors bacteria.

All surfaces must be kept clean.

Clean equipment interiors and exteriors; Walls, ceilings, floors clean; Remove grease and debris; Clean as often as necessary.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE , FOOD DEBRIS AND WATER BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER .

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.

PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN - Comments: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN GREASE , FOOD DEBRIS AND WATER BUILD UP FROM FLOOR UNDER,AROUND,ALONG WALL BASES THROUGHOUT PREMISES INCLUDING WALK IN COOLER .

Deteriorated facilities harbor pests and prevent proper cleaning.

Building must be maintained in good condition.

No holes in walls/ceilings; Doors and windows intact; Fixtures functional; No water damage; Surfaces intact.